James LeRoy Beltz

James LeRoy Beltz, age 61, of Columbus, GA passed away on Monday September 17, 2018. Jimmy was born November 2, 1956 in Ft Benning, GA. Bear was the proud son of the late Estel Merle and Betty Jean Beltz. He worked as a glazer for East Alabama Glass for over 20 years serving East Alabama and Columbus. James went by many names but his favorite was Daddy.

Other than his parents, Phebs is preceded in death by his brother Jerrold Wayne Beltz; sisters Judy Diane Beltz and Joann Beltz-Blanton. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years Patricia Beltz; two daughters Shannon Foster, Jamie Beltz and son in law Jonathan Coker. Paw Paw had three beautiful grandchildren, Cailee and Caileb Foster, and Haileigh Coker-Beltz; A niece Judy Blanton and nephew Suede Blanton, along with a host of friends from his Baker High School days.

A visitation for Bear will be held Friday, September 28, 2018 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Striffler-Hamby, 4071 Macon Rd, Columbus, GA 31907.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.shcolumbus.com for the Beltz family.